Cycling
Van Aert claims his second stage victory in Vuelta after shortened stage due to extreme heat
On 2026-09-06, Wout van Aert secured his second stage win in the Vuelta a España. The Belgian rider from Visma-Lease a Bike was the fastest among a breakaway group in the stage to Córdoba, which was shortened due to extreme heat. The organizers decided to reduce the length of the stage to protect the riders' health. Van Aert's victory highlights his strong form in the race, as he managed to outperform his competitors under challenging weather conditions.
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